SW 220 - Mental Health Across the Life Span

This course will explore topics in mental health, including the history of mental health services, symptoms, treatment, and outcomes of various mental health diagnoses, as well policy implications. Student will become familiar with the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) and its practical use in the mental health field. Students will learn about various roles of social workers in mental health settings, as well as the roles of professionals from other disciplines.

Credits: 3

Class Level Sophomore Undergraduate
Program Undergraduate